Library News
Our new Silent Book Club brings readers together! There’s no required reading–just bring a good book and read it in companionable silence while enjoying coffee or a snack. After 45 minutes of quiet reading, you can stay and socialize, get and share some reading recommendations, or be on your way!
The Kent Silent Book Club will meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 2:00 pm at The Cleveland Bagel Cafe, 436 E. Main St in Kent. Registration is requested, but drop ins are welcome. For adults 18+.
The basic schedule:
2:00 – 2:15 pm: Arrival, purchase snacks, and welcome
2:15 – 3:00 pm: Quiet reading
3:00 – 4:00 pm: Optional socializing or more reading (the Cafe closes at 4:00)
Children in grades 2-6 and a grandparent are invited to celebrate Grandparents’ Day at this painting class for two! Each grandparent/grandchild pair will work together on two canvases that can be hung together or separately.
A club for middle schoolers in grades 6-8 interested in science, technology, engineering, art and math. Join us on Mondays for a different art project, craft, science experiment or activity. This Monday, registrants will create art from a variety of craft selections, including perler beads and rainbow scratch bookmarks.
The Kent Free Library is a venue for the 2024 Kent Rocks Music Fest. David Terry is a local singer and songwriter with years of experience playing rock and blues. Enjoy Dave’s energetic performance of classic rock from the ’50s through the ’90s on the Library’s second floor balcony. No registration is required. All ages are welcome.
Seniors are particularly vulnerable to fraud and scams. Hear an educator from the Ohio Attorney General’s Office talk about the latest scams targeting seniors. Find out how to protect yourself and your loved ones and how to report attempted scams to help cut down on this crime.
Enter to win door prizes provided by Kent Free Library.
Free. For adults 18+. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, September 3 at 9:00 am. Register online or call the Information Desk at 330.673.4414.
This event is not sponsored by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office. The Ohio Attorney General’s office does not specifically endorse or recommend Kent Free Library or any products or services affiliated with Kent Free Library.
